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SUMMARY:Mahjong in the Hills
DESCRIPTION:A Social Mahjong Event to Kick Off the Dogwood Festival! \nGrab your card\, gather your friends\, and join us for a fun morning of Mahjong in the Hills! Whether you’re a seasoned player or love the game\, this social play event is all about great company\, good vibes\, and celebrating the start of the Dogwood Festival. \nSchedule\n9am- Check-in/Meet & Greet\n9:30am – Play Begins \nKnow Before You Go\nPlease bring your 2025 American Mahjong League card\nThis is a social play event—no pressure\, just fun\nEach table decides how they want to play\nMahjong sets provided for single players\nTables must bring their own Mahjong sets \nRegistration\nOpen until February 18\n$50 per single player\n$175 for a table of 4
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/mahjong-in-the-hills/
LOCATION:Vestavia Hills Civic Center\, 1975 Merryvale Road\, Vestavia Hills\, AL\, 35216\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Events,Festival,Special Events
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SUMMARY:Community Shred Fest 2025
DESCRIPTION:Clear the Clutter. Protect Your Identity. Join Us for a FREE Community Shred Event! Documents Only – NO LIMIT!\nNovember 22\, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | Faulkner University\, Birmingham Campus located at 4524 Southlake Pkwy\, Birmingham\, AL\nHosted by REMAX Advantage and our dedicate agents with the support of our amazing sponsors.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/community-shred-fest-2025/
CATEGORIES:Clean Up,Festival,Local Events,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Día de los Muertos Número 23
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 2\, 2025 | 1 to 9 p.m.\nSloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark\, 20 32nd St. N.\, Birmingham\, AL \nJoin Bare Hands for its 23rd annual Día de los Muertos festival—one of the Southeast’s most vibrant cultural Day of the Dead celebrations. This immersive event transforms historic Sloss Furnaces into a space filled with color\, art\, music\, and remembrance.\nFestival highlights include large-scale art installations\, handcrafted altars (ofrendas)\, parade puppets\, papier-mâché masks\, face painting\, and a memorial roll call honoring loved ones who have passed. Guests will enjoy live performances from mariachi\, folklórico dancers\, Aztec traditions\, spoken word artists\, a lively second-line procession led by a New Orleans–style brass band and headlining band Grupo Retro. The evening also features Latin-American cuisine\, a bustling art market with local artists and vendors\, and community art activities for all ages. \nGracious sponsors include title sponsor Rubio Law Firm and Patrón Tequila\, Bacardi Rum\, Tequila Cazadores\, Tito’s Handmade Vodka\, Buffalo Rock/Pepsi\, Estrella Jalisco\, Michelob Ultra\, Sanofi\, Counselor Hunter Williams\, District 5 Birmingham City Council\, Renewal by Anderson\, Mi Pueblo Supermarket\, Champion\, T-Mobile\,and US Army. Media Partners: La Jefa and Latino News. \n🎟️ Tickets: $15 in advance | $20 day-of | Children 12 & under free\n🌐 Details & tickets: barehandsinc.org/ddlm
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dia-de-los-muertos-numero-23/
LOCATION:Sloss Furnaces\, 20 32nd St N\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival
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SUMMARY:Wine Over Water
DESCRIPTION:The celebrated wine festival offers wine enthusiasts an evening of curated tastings\, small bites created by top chefs\, and entertainment.\nThis year\, Wine Over Water transforms Renaissance Park into a magical wonderland with enchanting atmospheric lighting and views of the historic Walnut and Market Street bridges.\nPlease visit our website for the most up-to-date information\, including food and entertainment offerings.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/wine-over-water/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Wine Tasting
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SUMMARY:St Symeon Orthodox Church Food & Culture Fair
DESCRIPTION:The 7th Annual St. Symeon Food & Culture Fair will be October 18 from 9-3 at St. Symeon\nOrthodox Church. Guests are invited to shop for baked goods and gifts\, enjoy hot lunch\nfoods\, tour the church\, hear the choir\, learn about church art and architecture\, and more!\nThe worship space at St. Symeon is entirely covered in floor-to-ceiling iconographic murals\,\nand guests can tour the church throughout the event. There will be three programs inside\nthe church this year: a new-for-2025 talk about church architecture at 10:15 a.m.; the\nalways highly anticipated choir concert at 11 a.m.; and the popular annual “What is\nIconography?” talk at 1 p.m.\nThe outdoor marketplace tent this year features six booths: the Middle Eastern Market; the\nBalkan Bakery; Babushka’s Kitchen; Southern Sweets & Savories; Cafe Europa; and\, new\nthis year\, Moana Munchies\, featuring Polynesian foods. The booths will have baked goods\nand other food items as well as art and other gifts. Guests will not want to miss the Opa!\nKabana loukoumades tent\, where church members will be serving up made-to-order Greek\nhoney puffs (a/k/a Hot Greek Donuts).\nAs always\, homemade pierogi will be available hot in the lunch line\, as will the large\nsausage rolls — hoagie rolls stuffed full of sausage and kraut. Frozen homemade pierogi are\nalso available by the dozen. The bookstore and gift shop will be open inside the church’s\nfellowship hall as well. All are invited to visit St. Symeon for this fun event! \nAddress: 3101 Clairmont Ave\, Birmingham\, AL 35205
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/st-symeon-orthodox-church-food-culture-fair/
CATEGORIES:Community,Downtown,Events,Family Days,Family Festival,Family Friendly Programs,Family Tours,Featured Event,Festival,Festivals,Fun Outside,In-Person Events,Local Events,Meet & Greet,Mini-festivals,Music,Open House,Religious,Special Event,Special Speaker,Tours
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SUMMARY:Tall Bike Joust XIII
DESCRIPTION:Sixteen jousters will risk life and limb for your entertainment\, but only one will emerge victorious!\nJoin us for the 13th annual Tall Bike Joust Competition to benefit two local non-profits – Athletic Alabama and Redemptive Cycles!\n4-7pm – Fun and games including – Tarot card readings\, keg jousting\, keg tossing\, freak bike races\, and more!\n4-4:45pm – Meet and greet with the jousters! Take photos and get your poster signed!\n7pm – Tall Bike Joust Opening Ceremony!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/tall-bike-joust-xiii/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Company\, 4500 5th Ave S Building C\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Biking,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Party With A Purpose!,Volunteer Opportunity
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SUMMARY:The 54th Kentuck Festival of the Arts
DESCRIPTION:The Kentuck Festival of the Arts is an annual event that celebrates creativity\, culture\, and community in Tuscaloosa\, Alabama. Held at Snow Hinton Park\, this nationally recognized festival attracts over 15\,000 visitors from across the country for a weekend filled with inspiring art\, live entertainment\, and hands-on experiences. \nThis 2-day event features:\n-270+ artists with a variety of artistic styles ranging from folk to contemporary arts and traditional craft\n-live music\n-spoken word performances\n-kids’ activities like tie dye\, clay\, drawing\, paper marbling\, and Chinese calligraphy\n-craft demonstrations\n-food trucks\n-local craft beer \nThe Kentuck Festival is a renowned art festival recognized both locally and nationally as one of the best in the country:\n-Named a top ten event to attend by the Alabama Department of Tourism\n-Voted “Best of Bama” by Alabama Magazine in 2018 and 2024\n-Featured in popular magazines like Smithsonian\, Southern Living\, and National Geographic Traveler\n-Ranked 5th in the nation for classic and contemporary craft shows in 2018 by Sunshine Artist Magazine \nDETAILS:\nTickets are $15/day\, or $25 for a weekend pass. Children 12 and under get in free.\nEvent address: Snow Hinton Park (21st Street E entrance) Tuscaloosa\, AL 35405 \n​Proceeds from the Kentuck Festival of the Arts support the following year’s festival and fund Kentuck Art Center’s year-round programming. Kentuck Art Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with locations in Northport and Tuscaloosa\, Alabama.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/the-54th-kentuck-festival-of-the-arts/2025-10-11/2/
LOCATION:Tuscaloosa\, AL\, Tuscaloosa\, 35401-35407\, 35485-35487\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Festival
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SUMMARY:Psychic Faire
DESCRIPTION:I will be reading Tarot at the Books\, Beans and Candles Psychic Faire. 10 minute sessions are $15 (advanced purchase is highly recommended)\, admission to the Faire is FREE. There will be Tarot\, Aura Photography\, Rune Casting\, Palmistry\, Ancestor Readings\, Ogham\, Sortilege\, Astrology\,I-Ching\, and Oracle Readings. We’ll have a local Henna artist and other vendors too! Call to book appointments in advance and reserve your time slot. The Faire is a great chance to try new experiences and meet the local community.\nTreats: The Shoppe’s excellent selection of coffees and teas will be available.\nPhone: 205-453-4636 Address: 1620 Richard Arrington Jr. Blvd S Birmingham\, AL 35205\nOnline: Facebook: Skagi Tarot or http://bookbeancandle.com/bbcms/
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/psychic-faire-2/
LOCATION:Books\, Beans\, and Candles MS\, 1620 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd S\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T090000
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SUMMARY:Homestead Hollow
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time at Homestead Hollow festivals—where fine arts meet one-of-a-kind handmade crafts. Watch live pioneer-era demonstrations like wood carving\, blacksmithing\, quilting\, and wood stove cooking. Don’t miss our working whiskey still and take a tour through original cabins built by early settlers. \nKick back by a peaceful stream and enjoy live local music all day long. And when hunger hits\, treat yourself to mouthwatering food that’ll have you coming back for seconds!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/homestead-hollow/
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Craft Class,Early Childhood,Educational,Events,Family Days,Family Festival,Festival,Fun Outside,Local Events,Music,Nature,Shopping,Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250914T220000
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SUMMARY:DOR: A Romanian Festival
DESCRIPTION:DOR: A Romanian Festival\, 2nd Edition\n“Confluence: Where Romania Meets the World”\nSunday\, September 14\, 2025\, 4:00 to 10:00 PM\nThe Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi\n3545 Cahaba Valley Road\, Indian Springs\, AL 35124 \nMusic4Romania (www.music4romania.org) cordially invites everyone from the Birmingham community\nand beyond to come out to experience the vibrant sights\, sounds\, and tastes of Romania at the 2nd\nedition of DOR: A Romanian Festival to be held at The Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi\n(www.saintfrancisindiansprings.org) on Sunday\, September 14\, from 4:00 to 10:00 PM! Everyone is\ninvited and welcome! \nEntitled “Confluence: Where Romania Meets the World\,” this year’s festival aims to celebrate\nRomanian culture as part of humanity’s vast cultural organism\, where every tradition both receives and\ngives. Romania stands as Europe’s great cultural crossroads\, and many international influences have\nwoven themselves into a distinctive national identity. From the painted monasteries of\nMoldova—whose vibrant frescoes blend Byzantine spirituality with local traditions—to the Romanian\nlanguage\, a Romance island surrounded by Slavic and Hungarian seas\, Romania embodies cultural\nsynthesis. Shaped by Roman\, Byzantine\, Ottoman\, and Austro-Hungarian influences\, the country has\nabsorbed and transformed each while maintaining its unique character. Every folk melody echoes with\nHungarian harmonies\, every wooden gate bears Ottoman geometry\, every dish tells migration stories –\nTurkish-inspired mici\, Austrian schnitzel becoming șniţel\, Greek moussaka transformed into musaca.\nLanguage weaves threads—Romanian “cafea” from Turkish “kahve” from Arabic “qahwa”—connecting\nBucharest to Istanbul to Ethiopia. The painted churches of Voroneț and Moldovița showcase artistic\ntechniques that traveled from Constantinople\, while monastery walls inspired Viennese Art Nouveau. \nThrough interactive activities including a fun Romania 101 country presentation\, a Romanian language\nsession\, traditional music\, dancing\, literary readings\, children’s activities\, workshops\, art exhibits\, an\naward-winning Romanian movie\, and a seated dinner (offered at a charge of $25/person\, children under\n12 free)\, the festival hopes not only to celebrate Romania’s dynamic cultural heritage but also to actively\nand purposely promote and encourage cross-cultural understanding and dialogue. \nFor more info and to RSVP for the seated dinner\, please email Dr. Alina Voicu at\navoicu1970@gmail.com or text at (205)807-5814. Dinner payments (of $25.00 person\, children under\n12 free) must be received by September 7\, check made payable to Music4Romania – please mail to Dr.\nAlina Voicu\, The Episcopal Church of St. Francis of Assisi\, 3545 Cahaba Valley Road\, Indian Springs\, AL\n35124. \nFESTIVAL PROGRAM\n4:00– 4:45 PM – Romanian Mosaic: International Threads\nLearn interesting facts about Romania’s history and traditions in a presentation that will highlight the\ncountry’s culture as a meeting point of different international influences. Information about Romania’s\npainted monasteries\, a Romanian language session as well as a segment highlighting two Romanian\nwomen of great beauty and strength\, Queen Maria and Princess Ileana\, will also be included. The\nsession will conclude with poetry time featuring award-winning poet Alina Ṣtefӑnescu. \n4:45-5:15 PM – Cultural Workshop\, Children’s Corner\, Art Exhibits\, Documentary\, and Silent Auction\n#1: Turkish Coffee Making and Fortune Telling Workshop\nA hands-on interactive experience of the old Romanian tradition of coffee making (which was imported\ndirectly from the Ottoman culture)\, the workshop will guide the participants through the entire process\,\nfrom grinding the beans to making an authentic Turkish brew to understanding the meaningful ritual of\nconnection and hospitality beyond the experience.\n#2. Children’s Corner: Story & Mӑrţișor Time\nChildren and all young at heart are invited to listen to one of Queen Maria’s beautiful children’s stories\,\nread by poet Alina Ṣtefӑnescu and her family\, and also to make a Mӑrţișor or a Romanian braceiet to\ntake home. A Mӑrţișor is a trinket attached to a red and white string that symbolizes spring and rebirth\nand is traditionally given to loved ones on March 1 st as a talisman for new beginnings\, health\, and luck.\n#3. Mihaela Noroc Photo Exhibit: The Atlas of Beauty & Beyond\nEnjoy the beautiful photography of Mihaela Noroc\, acclaimed author of three exceptional photo albums:\nThe Atlas of Beauty: Women of the World in 500 Portraits\, The Power of Women\, and Girls’ World.\nMihaela has been traveling the world for more than one decade\, capturing the unique beauty and\ndiversity of women around the globe and listening to their stories with the aim of promoting hope and\nlove. Several of the exhibited photos are part of her newest project\, Romanian Women\, which has not\nyet been published.\n#4. Sacred Traditions Exhibit: Romanian Heritage through Folk Costumes\, Painted Eggs\, and Icons\nAdmire Romania’s rich cultural tapestry through colorful folk costumes\, Easter eggs painted with\nsymbolic motifs\, and various Orthodox religious objects and icons in Byzantine style.\n#5. Suceviţa Monastery Documentary: A Poem of Green and Light\nSituated in northeastern Romania\, in the Bucovina region\, Suceviţa Monastery is one of Romania’s most\nremarkable painted monasteries and a UNESCO monument. Its famous “Ladder of Virtues” (also called\n“Ladder to Paradise”) is one of the most celebrated and striking frescoes in all of European religious art.\n#6. Silent Auction Benefiting Music4Romania (www.music4romania.org)\nParticipants are invited to bid on beautiful items to support Music4Romania’s programs. \n5:15 – 6:00 PM – Echoes: From Transylvania to Appalachia\nLet the music take you on a journey bridging Romanian and American traditions\, from haunting\nRomanian doinas performed on cimbalom and wedding songs performed on the unique trumpet-violin\nto American old-time fiddle tunes and jazz. Also learn to dance one of the most famous Romanian folk\ndances\, the Hora. Featuring Jeno Lisztes\, cimbalon; Daniel Szasz\, violin; Serghei Tanas\, violin; Cӑtӑlin\nRotaru\, double bass; Wan Ting Yu\, piano. \n6:00 PM – Poftӑ Bunӑ (Bon Appétit): A Seated Romanian Dinner\nSpoil your taste buds by joining us for a seated dinner featuring popular and delicious traditional\nRomanian dishes. Featured on the menu will be Zacuscӑ (Vegetable spread)\, Ouӑ umplute (Romanian-\nstyle deviled eggs)\, Salatӑ de vinete (Eggplant salad)\, Mӑmӑligӑ cu brȃnzӑ și smȃntanӑ (Polenta with\ncheese and sour cream)\, Varzӑ à la Cluj (Cabbage à la Cluj)\, among others. Romanian desserts and wines\nwill also be served. Please RSVP by email to avoicu1970@gmail.com or by text at (205) 807-5814 and\nsend payment by September 7. Cost per person is $25.00\, children under 12 eat free. \n7:30 PM The New Year That Never Came/ Anul Nou care n-a fost (2024)\nExperience the emotional resonance of Bogdan Muresanu’s acclaimed debut feature\, a masterful blend\nof dark comedy and historical drama that was chosen as the Venice Film Festival winner in 2024. Get\ntransported to December 20\, 1989\, during Romania’s revolution\, and watch the powerful portrayal of\nsix interconnected lives unfold during the final chaotic day of Ceausescu’s regime. \nFEATURED ARTISTS 2025\nWe are beyond excited and most grateful to feature the creativity of the following artists on this year’s\nfestival program:\nJeno Lisztes\, Cimbalom – https://www.jenolisztes.com\nBogdan Muresanu\, Director\, Producer and Writer – https://mubi.com/en/cast/bogdan-muresanu\nMihaela Noroc\, Photographer – https://www.theatlasofbeauty.com/\nCatalin Rotaru\, Double Bass – https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2009/08/27/interview-with-catalin-\nrotaru/\nAlina Ṣtefӑnescu\, Poet – https://www.alinastefanescuwriter.com/\nDaniel Szasz\, Violin – https://danielszasz.com/\nSerghei Tanas\, Violin – https://alabamasymphony.org/musicians/serghei-tanas/\nWan Ting Yu\, Piano – https://festivaluldearte.com/2023/02/22/wan-ting-yu-piano-accompaniment/
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/dor-a-romanian-festival/
CATEGORIES:Arts,Family Festival,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Film Screening,Local Events,Movie,Wine Tasting
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SUMMARY:Zest in the City: Lemon Drop Festival
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for the ultimate summer vibe at the Birmingham Lemon Drop Festival\, happening Saturday\, July 19th from 4–9PM at Lit On 8th.\nExperience good energy and even better drinks at Zest in the City: Lemon Drop Festival\, featuring: \n🍋 Lemon drop cocktails \n🎶 Live band + DJs \n🍴 Food trucks & curated vendors \n🔥 Hookahs + cigars \n🎯 Games & photo-ready moments throughout \nBring your lawn chair or blanket and make yourself comfortable. \nThink yellow. Think fresh and photo-ready. This is your sign to pull out that yellow fit\, with brights\, neutrals\, and summertime style all in the mix. \nBars will be fully stocked\, so while lemon drops are the star\, they’re far from the only option!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/zest-in-the-city-lemon-drop-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Local Events
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SUMMARY:Journey to Africa Cultural Arts Street Festival
DESCRIPTION:Journey To Africa’s Cultural Cultural Arts Street Festival is a celebration of African Influences on the Culture! We hope this festival will grow to be one of the largest festivals in Alabama! The day will be full of 50+ local vendors\, food trucks\, live entertainment\, and much more. We anticipate 900-1000 participants based on last year’s participants. The festival will take place at Cahaba Brewing Company in Avondale on July 19th from 11:00am-4:00pm \, 4500 5th Ave S. Building C\, Birmingham\, AL 35222 \nTo become a vendor/sponsor please register on our website.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/journey-to-africa-cultural-arts-street-festival/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Company\, 4500 5th Ave S Ste C\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Events,Family Festival,Featured Event,Festival,Food,Food Trucks
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SUMMARY:Festa Italiana
DESCRIPTION:Experience a taste of Italy in the heart of Birmingham! Celebrate the second annual Festa Italiana\, hosted by the Italian American Heritage Society\, on Saturday\, June 7\, 2025 from 3 to 10 p.m. at Sloss Furnaces (20 32nd St. N.\, Birmingham\, AL 35222). Come immerse yourself in Italian culture with live music\, Italian-inspired acts\, Italian cuisine\, cooking demonstrations\, dancing\, the Spina Stomp grape stomping event\, games\, and even Italian cars! Enjoy Festa Italiana’s different villages that each offer unique experiences. Festa Italiana is here to celebrate Italian culture in the Birmingham community! \nContests and competitions for attendees are available on a first-come\, first-served basis or by signing up in advance on the website. Bocce Ball\, a beloved lawn bowling game\, will be open to participants ages 12 and up and will feature a 64-person\, single-elimination tournament\, as well as open play—both at no additional cost. Tournament winners will receive a trophy! Join the Spina Stomp Grape Stomping competition and team up to compete for who can extract the most juice from grapes with their bare feet. Additionally\, the search for Birmingham’s finest sugo is at Festa Italiana! That’s not all! Attendees will have the opportunity to enter a raffle for the chance to win a nine night trip to Italy for two\, including roundtrip airline tickets\, transportation and breakfast throughout the trip with a prize value of $13\,000. Tickets to win will be on sale online and at the Italian American Society booth for $50 each. \nFesta Italiana’s Food Village will fill the air with an irresistible aroma of sausage-and-pepper sandwiches made with freshly fried dough\, as well as your favorite Italian desserts\, cannolis and creamy gelato. Enjoy popular authentic Italian beverages\, such as Tito’s Limoncello\, Back 40 Italian Lager\, Spina Italian Wines\, Brevazzi Italian Soda\, ice-cold Coca-Cola products\, and many more. Food vendors currently signed up include Arnone’s Sausage\, Bruster’s Real Ice Cream\, Burke’s\, Carrabba’s Italian Grill\, Da Big Italian\, Feast Catering & Culinary Kitchen\, Graffeo Brothers Italian Sausage\, Hey Bebe\, Joe’s Italian\, Pazzo Big Slice Pizza\, Savoie Catering\, Slice Pizza & Brew\, Tamburro’s Italian Home\, Ruscellis\, Troup’s Pizza\, Tre Luna\, Uncle G’s Pizza\, and Villagio Colafrancesco with more to come! Join this culinary journey through Italy\, while indulging in a variety of foods with vibrant flavors. \nFesta Italiana’s Villagio Culturale\, a replica of an Italian village\, will feature a fountain\, a church\, a bakery\, a museum and more. Learn more about Italian heritage with resources on ancestry research and dual citizenship. The Music of Italy village will present jazz stylings of The University of Montevallo Jazz Band with an immersive journey through “A Day in Italy\,” presented by Encore Dance. Ken Gilmer will enchant audiences with timeless hits by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin before Festa Headliner\, Vanessa Racci\, will take the stage with a special appearance by Hoover Mayor Frank Brocato. \nAdvanced general admission tickets are $10 and can be purchased at https://www.festaitalianabham.com/. Day of event general admission tickets are $15. Children 10 and under receive free entry. General admission tickets are for admittance only and do not include food and beverage. It is strongly encouraged to purchase tickets in advance in case the event sells out. Attendees are encouraged to sign up for competitions in advance. \nFesta Italiana is sponsored by Bruno Rumore Foundation\, Coca Cola Bottling United\, Classic Car Motoring\, Piddlin Art & Antique\, Lakeshore Foundation\, Sam Spina Importing Company\, Ross Tortorigi\, Inc.\, Tito’s Handmade Vodka\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama\, Bud Light\, Stella Artois\, Trucraft Turf Co.\, Denise Koch Events\, Classic Car Motoring\, BTC Wholesale Distributors\, Baker Camp Arnold Capital Management\, City of Birmingham\, Servis First Bank\, T-Mobile\, Renewal by Andersen\, U. S. Army\, Southpoint Bank\, Carrabba’s Italian Grill\, Maniscalco Cosmetic & General Dentistry\, Altec\, ELM Home Building and Solutions\, Bravazzi\, Legacy of Hope\, Aperol Spritz\, Burns Brashier & Johnson \, WindCreek Casino & Hotel\, Joe’s Italian\, Honda and Galbani Cheese.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/festa-italiana-2/
CATEGORIES:Community,Festival,Music
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SUMMARY:Marvel City Caribbean Food and Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:12th Annual family friendly celebration of the vibrant Caribbean culture featuring live music\, great food\, lots of dancing and a costume parade that begins at noon.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/marvel-city-caribbean-food-and-music-festival-2/
LOCATION:DeBardeleben Park  1623 2nd Avenue North  Bessemer\, AL 35020\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival
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SUMMARY:Lilia Bogoeva at Warrior Comic Con
DESCRIPTION:Lilia Bogoeva\, “The Inner Demon Crusher\,” brings her unique blend of storytelling\, mental health advocacy\, and live performance to Sonic Drive-In Coney Con in Warrior\, AL. With her comic book Lilia The Inner Demon Crusher and a dynamic musical theater act\, she turns self-improvement into an action-packed adventure. \nHer revolutionary comic book isn’t just a graphic novel—it’s a self-help workbook\, making mental health awareness fun\, colorful\, and empowering. And she will deliver a high-energy performance where she reenacts scenes from the comic book in a dynamic musical theater style! With a combination of storytelling and live reenactments\, Lilia helps audiences face emotional challenges with confidence. Her work benefits Alabama by fostering open\, uplifting conversations about mental health in an engaging way. Attendees will leave inspired\, ready to conquer their own challenges. \nAnd Lilia’s exhibition isn’t the only reason to come to Sonic Drive-In Coney Con. This event also benefits the Animal Adoption Center of Blount County\, so you know that your tickets will support an important charitable cause. While you’re there\, catch Lilia and all the other incredible vendors\, live music\, cosplay\, art contest\, corn hole\, and tons of FUN! \nLocated at 9984 Cooper Drive\, Warrior\, AL\nSee Facebook event page for details
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/lilia-bogoeva-at-warrior-comic-con/
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Featured Event,Festival,Special Event
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Folk Festival.  Be Healed by the Power of Local Music!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth annual Birmingham Folk Festival! Bring the entire family to enjoy incredible live music\, arts and crafts\, activities\, and food in historic Avondale Park. The festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday\, May 17th\, and best of all\, it’s still FREE for everyone! \nAvondale Park will come alive with beautiful music\, vibrant performances\, and joyful celebrations. The main stage lineup features the Jackson-Olin High School Marching Band’s electrifying energy\, Sahi On Ko Djony’s captivating African rhythms and dances\, The Chad Fisher Group’s soul\, blues\, and jazz tones\, Curley Taylor and Zydeco Trouble’s dynamic Louisiana vibes\, Firetown Bluegrass’s 100% organic sound\, and Pynk Beard’s heartfelt country storytelling. \nReturning for the 2025 festival are a diverse group of talented makers\, an array of fun and interactive activities for children and teens\, spirited dancing\, and food trucks offering tasty fare. There’s truly something for everyone at this year’s Birmingham Folk Festival! We can’t wait to see you on May 17th. \nA non-profit organization dedicated to promoting unity and strengthening the community through the arts\, Birmingham Folk Festival\, Inc.\, believes that music is a powerful tool for bringing people together and celebrating the diversity of our city. \nWe’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to be part of this special event. For more information\, please visit our website\, BirminghamFolkFest.org\, and select the “Volunteer” tab. Help us keep the festival free by donating or becoming a sponsor! Visit BirminghamFolkFest.org and click on the “Support” tab for more information.\n________________________________\nBirmingham Folk Festival FAQs:\nWhen is the festival? Saturday\, May 17th\, 11 am – 7 pm\nWhere is the festival? Avondale Park\, 4101 5th Ave S\, Birmingham\, AL 35222\nHow much are tickets? The festival is free and you do not need tickets.\nIs the festival family-friendly? Yes\, children are welcome!\nWhat happens in case of rain? The festival goes on! This is a Rain or Shine event.\nIs parking available? Yes\, parking is available at Avondale Park and along 5th Avenue South\, 40th\, 41st\, and 42nd Streets South\, as well as in the lot at 109 41st Street South.\nIs the venue ADA accessible? Yes\, the amphitheater is ADA accessible from the Park’s parking area.\n_____________________________ \nFor festival updates\, additional FAQs and other details\, visit our website\, BirminghamFolkFest.org\, or follow us on social media using @birminghamfolkfest.
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/birmingham-folk-festival-be-healed-by-the-power-of-local-music/
LOCATION:Avondale Park\, Avondale Park\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Amphitheater,Arts,Festival,Food Trucks,Fun Outside,Music
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SUMMARY:Harmony & Heritage Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Harmony & Heritage Festival celebrates wellness\, education\, culture\, and community through an immersive experience featuring fresh foods\, free workouts\, workshops\, free massages\, local vendors\, and more. \nLocation: Arlington Historic House (331 Cotton Avenue SW\, Birmingham\, AL 35211)
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/harmony-heritage-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Birmingham’s Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens\, 331 Cotton Ave SW\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35211\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,Educational,Family Festival,Festival,Food,Food Trucks,Health and Wellness,Music,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Birmingham Vegan Fest
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Birmingham Vegan Fest Spring 2025. Our festival is the largest vegan fest in Alabama. This FREE event is open to everyone\, 11am-5pm\, Sunday\, April 6th\, at Cahaba Brewing Co.\nWe will showcase the booming local vegan scene\, so there will be a heavy emphasis on local food trucks\, popups\, and other vegan-friendly vendors. Also\, there will be plenty of traveling vendors with some great booths and food trucks.\nWe will also have a DJ\, face painting\, and a special appearance from Magic City Disco! There will be multiple vegan door prizes given away each hour\, so stop by the Birmingham Vegan booth at the main entrance of Cahaba Brewing Co. to sign up for a chance to win!\nHere are some of the awesome folks you’ll see at the Birmingham Vegan Fest:\nSOMETIMEATARIAN\nVujee Vegan\nOh My Cod Vegan Seafood\nFuturistic Vegan\nVegan Time\nLa Jefa Empanadas\nNew China Town\nAww Shucks Fire Roasted Corn\nGood Health to be Hail\nSolcial Veg\nFresh 22 ATL\nEugene’s Hot Chicken\nThe Lil Bougie Foodie LLC\nAFYA BITES\nSlutty Vegan Birmingham\nUncle Gs Pizza\nFirst Batch Artisan Foods\nSweet Rain Vegan Bakeshop\nVelvet Kake\nHappi Pappi Beignets\nAdored Sweets\nTaste N C Treats\nGrace’s Place Freeze Dried Candy\nAromas from Home\, LLC\nAngie and a Ginger\nNaughty But Nice Kettle Corn Co.\nLemonade Junkeez\nBitty’s Living Kitchen\nConscious Living\nShe is Candles LLC\nKing’s Olive Oil Company\nAlexsandra-Rose Skin & Wellness\nCurry’s Corner\nLloyd Candle Company\nBubble Nuggets\nHips by Lucky\nCoincidentally Spoon\nKissed By The Gods LLC\nReality Check Design\nStory Time Ink\nRed Bird Produce\nCompassion Co\nEden’s Farmacy\nSHEARENEPRODUCTS&GOURMETTREATS\nEleven15Art\nCentral Alabama Pride\nFull Circle Farm Sanctuary\nHappy Cow and Friends Hangout\nAlso\, our host Cahaba Brewing Co. is very supportive of the vegan community\, and almost all their beers are vegan (exceptions are any milk stouts or honey beers). All of their cocktails\, mocktails\, non-alcoholic beers\, and THC drinks are vegan\, too!\nBirmingham Vegans started over a decade ago as a group to connect and grow the vegan community and build the vegan movement here and beyond. We have over 4\,300 Facebook followers\, over 1\,800 Meetup members\, and over 2\,500 Instagram followers. Birmingham is a special city with so much energy for progress\, and it has been exciting to see veganism grow alongside all the amazing things happening here.\nBirmingham Vegans has hosted hundreds of gatherings highlighting vegan entrepreneurs\, leaders\, educators\, and creators. We’ve put on festivals (in person and online)\, held regular meetups at restaurants\, invited the public into our homes for potlucks\, organized hiking and kayaking adventures\, held picnics\, conducted canned food drives\, and featured chef demonstrations\, vegan-themed films\, and talks from authors.\nMessage us on social media if you are interested in volunteer\, vendor\, or sponsorship opportunities with the Birmingham Vegan Fest.\nEveryone is invited to attend—vegan\, veg-curious\, omnivore\, or whatever—so bring your friends who will be amazed at how delicious vegan food can be! Veganism is booming in Birmingham\, so come on out and see on April 6th!\nPlease sign up here and/ or on the Meetup app to let us and our vendors know that you will be there!\nBhamvegans.com\nFacebook.com/bhamvegans
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/birmingham-vegan-fest-2/
LOCATION:Cahaba Brewing Company\, 4500 5th Ave S Ste C\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Beer,Family Festival,Festival,Festivals,Food Trucks,Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:Wagging Tales Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Trussville Public Library’s new animal adoption festival is making its debut! On Saturday\, May 3rd\, we’re inviting 3 local shelters and rescues to bring some of their best companions to the library to find a forever home. Outside the library\, we’ll have adoptable dogs available for meeting and playing with! Inside the library\, we’ll have a relaxing adoptable cat room! We’ll also be hosting free library programs throughout the day\, a “Flea” Market with local vendors\, food trucks\, an author event with poet Charles Ghigna\, and more!
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/wagging-tales-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Trussville Public Library\, 201 Parkway Dr\, Trussville\, AL\, 35173\, US
CATEGORIES:Adult Classes,Craft Class,Education + Library,Family Festival,Family Friendly Programs,Festival,Food Trucks,Fun Outside,Meet & Greet,Poetry,Teens
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SUMMARY:Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival
DESCRIPTION:Barbecue and Blues are a great combination so start planning for the 14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival presented by Coca Cola United is set for Saturday\, April 26\, 2025. The event will combine the best of blues music and legendary Bob Sykes Bar B Q from 12-6pm. Gates open at 11am. Be sure to bring your chair or blanket and set-up your spot for the day to enjoy talented blues musicians. \nSince 2010\, the event has been a local favorite for festival goers. Attendees of the festival range from youth to adults. 2nd generation owner and pit master of Bob Sykes Bar B Q Van Sykes says “Each year the festival grows and we couldn’t do it without our sponsors and the support of the community.” City of Bessemer Mayor Kenneth Gulley says “The Bob Sykes BBQ and BLUES Festival has been a great event for the City of Bessemer. We’re looking forward to many more great years of barbecue and blues music in downtown Bessemer.” \nThe festival has been chosen for numerous years as one of the top food festivals in Alabama by al.com. There are activities for the entire family including a large kids corner. Children eight and under are free with a ticketed adult. Besides great music and bbq the festival offers a variety of booths including arts and crafts\, outdoor exhibits\, and a diverse selection of vendors selling tempting offers. \nThe 2025 musical performances by award winning blues musicians will soon be announced. \nSince the 2010\, the festival has provided funding for Alabama local charities including Ady’s Army\, The Bessemer Education Enhancement Foundation\, Bessemer Service League\, Caring Men and Caring Women\, Children’s of Alabama Hospital\, Clay House\, Hands on Birmingham\, Latch and Live Foundation and Red Mountain Grace. The 2025 charity beneficiary will soon be announced. \nBob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival Event Information:\n14th Annual Bob Sykes BBQ & BLUES Festival\nSaturday\, April 26\, 2025\n12pm-6pm. Gates open at 11am\nDeBardeleben Park at 1623 2nd Avenue North\nBessemer\, Alabama\n$10 Tickets can be purchased at www.BobSykesBlues.com\nor visit Bob Sykes Bar B Q Restaurant\n$15 tickets day of event\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/894003798427?aff=oddtdtcreator\nCall for more details at 205-426-1400 \n###
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/bob-sykes-bbq-blues-festival-2/
LOCATION:DeBardeleben Park  1623 2nd Avenue North  Bessemer\, AL 35020\, Birmingham\, AL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival
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SUMMARY:Magic City Tequila Festival
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the Magic City Tequila Festival! Join us for a day filled with the finest tequilas\, delicious food\, live DJ\, games\, & entertainment. The event will be held at the Frank Building Rooftop- 201 20th St N\, so mark your calendars and get ready for a fantastic time. Whether you’re a tequila connoisseur or just looking to have a good time\, this festival is perfect for everyone. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to sip\, savor\, and celebrate all things tequila. See you there! \nA portion to benefit The G.R.O.W. Project Scholarship Fund. \nAll atendees receive FREE water and ZOA energy drinks! \nTEQUILA I MUSIC I GAMES I FOOD I FUN
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/magic-city-tequila-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Mini-festivals,Music
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SUMMARY:41st Annual St Patrick's Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Get ready\, the 41st Annual St. Patrick’s Celebration is nearly upon us\, and you won’t want to miss a moment of the craic! \nHere’s a sneak peek at what’s in store: \n🏃‍♂️ Start your day with the Southside 5K\, hosted by Alchemy Run Club\n🍻 Indulge in specials from local eateries and watering holes\n📯 Experience the excitement of the iconic parade\n🎤 Enjoy live music and entertainment all day long \nDon’t let your luck slip away — join us in Five Points South on Saturday\, March 15. Sláinte! 🍀✨
URL:https://bhamnow.com/bhamn-event/41st-annual-st-patricks-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Five Points South Bham\, 1116 20th Street South #402\, Birmingham\, AL\, 35205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Downtown,Festival,Holidays
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